Found 2 items, similar to pyrite.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: pyrite pyrite n : a common mineral (iron disulfide) that has a pale yellow color [syn: iron pyrite, fool's gold]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Pyrite Pyrite \Pyr"ite\, n.; pl. Pyrites. [Cf. F. pyrite. See Pyrites.] (Min.) A common mineral of a pale brass-yellow color and brilliant metallic luster, crystallizing in the isometric system; iron pyrites; iron disulphide. [1913 Webster] Hence sable coal his massy couch extends, And stars of gold the sparkling pyrite blends. --E. Darwin. [1913 Webster]